KS2 Class Teacher (Years 3, 4 or 5) with Subject Leadership Responsibility

The Governing Board wish to appoint an ambitious and robust individual to take on a class teacher role in Years 3, 4 or 5, at the award-winning Thomas Jones Primary School. We are looking to appoint a teacher with at least two years of experience to support the delivery of outstanding education at this diverse community school.

Thomas Jones School

Thomas Jones is a forward thinking, oversubscribed, single-form entry school. Most recently inspected in October 2023, we were awarded Outstanding in all categories. We enjoy an exceptionally positive relationship with the diverse, complex community which we serve. There exists an incredibly warm ambience. Academic results are amongst the highest 1% of schools nationally. Appearing in the latest edition of the Good School’s Guide in glowing terms, we are an accredited World Class School, one of only a handful of primary settings in the country to be accorded this accolade. The school has been presented with a Food for Life Gold Award, a Royal Borough Excellence Plaque and an Evening Standard London School of the Year trophy. For the last decade, we have been identified by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s ‘top schools’.

The successful candidate will benefit from a nurturing, collegiate environment, where professional development is a strength.

The Successful Candidate:

Will demonstrate high aspirations for all pupils;

Will be self-motivated;

Will be committed to ongoing professional development;

Will have a positive mind-set;

Will be collegiate and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills;

Will demonstrate an understanding of how children develop and learn;

Will have the enthusiasm and skills to lead a curriculum area;

Will demonstrate flexibility, resilience and tenacity;

Will be organised;

Will be prepared to play a full part in the life of the school;

Will maintain and promote an inspiring learning environment;

Is committed to safeguarding.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate that they meet all the requirements of the person specification (attached).

We would welcome visits to the school from potential applicants. Please contact the school by telephone 020 727 1423 or email: recruitment@thomasjones.co.uk  to make an appointment.

Closing date: 12 noon Friday 12th April 2024

Shortlisting: Monday 15th April 2024

Interviews: Week commencing 22nd April 2024

To apply for this role please complete the attached application form and send with a covering letter to: info@thomasjones.co.uk.  Please note CV’s will not be accepted. References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Thomas Jones is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as qualifications and reference checks.

Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e. National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain.